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The Cluj-Napoca Local Council has approved a ban on physical gambling establishments, effective September 4, 2026. The decision received 24 votes in favor, with one abstention. However, poker clubs will be allowed to operate for an additional year after their current licenses expire, during which their impact on the community will be assessed. The mayor noted that he has not observed any disturbances from the poker club nearby, emphasizing the difference in gameplay between poker and slot machines.